Integrated Fridges

Refrigerator freezers that are integrated are in line with the custom cabinetry, giving an elegant look. They also come with an extra drawer in the middle, ideal for storing wine, or a the charcuterie board prior to a visit from friends.

However, there are downsides to this design choice. One is that they may limit resale value in your home if you decide to sell it.

The Bosch Serie 2 KIR24NSF0G

This Bosch fridge offers the quality and smart storage space of a built-in refrigerator at a more affordable price. It's a great choice for those who don't have plenty of storage space in your kitchen. It includes multiple shelves on the doors as well as an egg rack, an ample salad crisper and a chrome wine rack to meet the needs of all your chilled food. The LED lights offer a new lighting concept to refrigerators, providing an even, glare-free illumination. They also consume less power and last longer than traditional fridge lights.

The Bosch Serie 2 fridge uses innovative technologies that keep your food fresher for longer. It also focuses on health and convenience. The Dual Compressor and dual Evaporator configuration in the Bosch Serie 2 refrigerator is more advanced than the regular fridge. It creates the perfect environment for food preservation. They come with VitaFreshPro and internal water dispensers to help fruits, vegetables and meats maintain their texture and taste.

Aside from these high-tech features, all Bosch refrigerators are easy to clean and operate. The stainless steel exterior and handle bar in silver match most Bosch appliances to give a seamless look to the kitchen. Bosch also offers an anti-fingerprint finish on the front of their Integral fridges which is a must for families with children.

Bosch has a range of freestanding refrigerators to fit all kitchen styles. This model is top of the line model with dual compressors as well as an ice maker and advanced VitaFreshPro settings to keep your foods fresher for longer. It also features a transparent MultiBox with a rippled bottom to protect vegetables and fruits from becoming wilted. The Auto Defrost System will automatically evaporate the condensation and makes cleaning your fridge easier. It is possible to flip the doors to make them open to either the left or to right, based on the layout of your kitchen. The 133-litre capacity of this fridge is enough for the majority of families. It has three shelves as well as many compartments inside the doors to store your groceries. The hinges for the door are adjustable, which means you can set the height of the fridge to fit the cabinetry. And if you're worried about space, this fridge is also available in slimline models to fit undercounters.

The Samsung Bespone

If you prefer a counter-depth style fridge but still want plenty of storage space Samsung's RF29A967512 will have you covered. The flat panel doors are designed to blend in with cabinetry and give it a contemporary integrated fridge frezer look. You'll also appreciate the independent controls for the freezer and refrigerator which keep food fresher longer. You can also control your fridge remotely with the SmartThings App.

The stainless steel finish is elegant and durable and you can select from a range of door colors to coordinate with your kitchen or home decor. This Cotta Sky Blue model, for example, is eye-catching and is a great alternative the standard black or silver options most fridges come in. You could combine this model with Samsung's other Bespoke appliances to create a collection that is matched.

Inside the cabinet, you'll find 387 liters of capacity for groceries, enough to hold 19 bags of 20-litre grocery items. This is due to Samsung's "SpaceMax technology," which ekes every last inch of space out of the footprint of the fridge by making the cabinet walls as thin as they can be. There are also four shelves within the cabinet, plus a top shelf for vegetables. A wine rack made of metal is fitted with five grooves for bottles. The middle drawer can be customized. You can make it suitable for wine, deli, beverages and meats, as well as soft freeze. The fridge has two drawers that are crisper and a clever slide back portion of the middle shelf that allows you to store tall items.

Other features include the sleek stainless steel water dispenser, equipped with a digital controller and three drinking modes. Each mode can be adjusted to a different temperature. The RF29A967512 is Wi-Fi-enabled that means you can connect it to your home network and utilize the SmartThings app to monitor and control it. You can also set the alarm of your fridge which is useful when you're running late to work and need to hurry out to get breakfast before you leave.

The RF29A967512 comes in both standard and counter-depth versions which means you'll need to choose which one suits your space best. The smaller model however isn't quite as big, having a smaller 23 cubic-foot capacity and less refrigerator Fridges & Freezers and freezer space than the larger model. The counter-depth refrigerator is quite deep, with a depth of 73 inches. This is higher than the majority of refrigerators we've tested, and might be a little too high for some people to reach comfortably. The flat panel handles that are ADA certified, are easy to reach and grip. Samsung receives extra points for these handles, which are better than the tube-shaped handles found on a lot of other refrigerators.

The Sub-Zero Bottom-Freezer refrigerator with integrated fridge frezer bottom freezer

If you're looking to invest in a luxury refrigerator that will give an elegant look to your kitchen, the Sub Zero is the brand to choose. Their refrigerators are manufactured in America and come with a wide range of options for customization to fit the style of your home. They come with stainless steel handles as well as hidden hinges that blend seamlessly with your cabinetry. The touch-screen control panel makes it easy to adjust the temperature and activate different features.

Most refrigerators are made cheaply, and they can afford to cut corners. But when you pay top dollar for a branded fridge, it must be perfect throughout the entire process. Sub Zero pays so much attention to the details in their products. They have a humidification system which scrubs the air in order to get rid of mould and bacteria. The drawers for produce and deli are also situated close to the evaporator of the refrigerator. This keeps them cool and extends their freshness. They also have removable dividers, and a handy freshness guide which offers tips for optimal preservation.

Depending on what you want, you can choose between an integrated refrigerator or a built in one. Both models are available and provide the same features you'd expect from Sub Zero. A refrigerator integrated into the unit is positioned in a flush position with your counter and cabinet via an inset door, blending into the décor and concealing itself (not even the compressor vents are visible from the outside).

With a built-in fridge, however it is slightly out of its housing. It's more traditional however, it might not be as easily integrated into your kitchen design as you're hoping for.

Both models are both 84" high and come in a variety sizes. You can choose between all freezers and all fridges or mix and match them to create the perfect combination that meets your family's requirements. Sub Zero's new 24" freezer column and refrigerator for instance, lets you to have a fridge and a freezer in one unit, making it simpler than ever to tailor your space by utilizing their high-performance appliances.